Policy & Program Reform Specialist (APS6)

Select Aust Sydney; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an APS6 Policy and Program Officer to drive design, delivery and governance of complex policy and program reforms within a federal department. You will develop project plans, manage milestones, and coordinate risks while delivering evidence-based recommendations and briefs for senior executives.

You will engage internal and external stakeholders, conduct rigorous data analysis, and ensure program performance monitoring and reporting frameworks are maintained.

Qualifications

• Practical understanding of strategic commissioning frameworks and procurement processes.
• Ability to evaluate complex data and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• High-level written and verbal communication for briefs, reports, and executive papers.
• Sound judgement and governance understanding for independent work under tight deadlines.
• Experience coordinating and delivering complex programs or reform initiatives.
• Experience conducting data analysis and preparing policy or strategic advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, delivery, and governance of complex policy and program reforms.
• Develop project plans, track milestones, and coordinate risks, issues and dependencies.
• Produce high-quality briefs, reports and decision papers for senior executives and governance bodies.
• Monitor program performance and reporting frameworks, ensuring accountability and outcomes.

Skills

Strategic commissioning frameworks

Procurement processes

Data interpretation

Executive brief writing

Governance & judgement

Program coordination

Data analysis & options assessment

Job description

Randstad is seeking an APS6 Policy and Program Officer to drive design, delivery and governance of complex policy and program reforms within a federal department. You will develop project plans, manage milestones, and coordinate risks while delivering evidence-based recommendations and briefs for senior executives.

You will engage internal and external stakeholders, conduct rigorous data analysis, and ensure program performance monitoring and reporting frameworks are maintained.